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332 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsHosted by Frank DiSalvo and Zach Johnson, we watch and review one film every Friday & have one themed discussion every Monday.
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Locke
June 12, 2020 01:27 - 1 minute - 36.9 MBAn hour ago Ivan Locke had a family and a home, now he has nothing. A film that stars Tom Hardy as the only character on screen, we follow him on a car ride while making very intense and personal phone calls. While it may sound simplistic, the story unfolds in a very tense way with a great performance from Tom Hardy and some very well placed shots. By the end of the film, you may not believe whats happened but you will know, he's on his way.
Get Out
June 08, 2020 01:30 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBToday we discuss the debut film of Jordan Peele. A film that sparked a great deal of conversation about racism and perception within society today. While it is evident that this is a debut film, having issues with an odd soundtrack, reliance on wide camera angles, and plot holes within the story, it does, however, have a great cast and is well written. Listen as we sink into the sunken place and if you have watched this film yet, you'll need to witness it "with your eyes man"
Sin City
June 04, 2020 23:49 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MBA city filled only with violence, sex, drugs, and corruption. All your able to do is just survive. Today we get to talk about one of the few movies Frank Miller has directed, based on the comic series he created. Following the stories of John Hartigan, Dwight, and Marv we get to examine the dangerous city for what it is in a noir comic design. While there are always some drawbacks to the film, Sin City pulls you in with a star-studded cast and ends the film with "A Hard Goodbye" to the audie...
Dr. Strangelove
June 01, 2020 00:58 - 2 minutes - 35.5 MBWhat would happen if the wrong person pushed the wrong button? In perhaps one of the best movies ever made, we discuss the story of a world on the brink of a new nuclear war at hand. A fantastic satire film that blends comedy and tension perfectly. Listen as we talk about Plan R, Peter Seller, and Kubrick himself. Just remember though, there is no fighting in the war room.
Color out of Space
May 29, 2020 02:07 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MB"It was just a color out of space, a frightful messenger from unformed realms of infinity beyond all nature as we know it" A film that does a lot of things right for an adaptation that also falls back heavily at times with cliches. A gorgeous film to watch with great body horror and a few new twists, Zach is very happy to be doing a faithful Lovecraft film while Frank is fine with it, going in with no expectations. Either way, don't drink the water.
Uncut Gems
May 25, 2020 02:14 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBA man who has nothing to lose has everything to gain. Usually this sentence would make sense, however, for Howard this could not be further from the truth. A jewelry salesman in the heart of New York City with a bad gambling problem puts everything on the line day by day in a heart-pounding, tense film. The latest installment from the Safdie brothers will have you on the edge of your seat wanting him to succeed because this is how he wins.
Character Studies-Arthur Fleck
May 22, 2020 02:30 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBWe're back with another character study with one of the most well-known characters in comic books and recent film. Today we discuss the mentally troubled Arthur Fleck and how society abandoned him and drove him to what he would be renowned for. A great study of not just mental illness in today's day and age but also of how we as a society itself works. Listen as we ask the tough questions and dive into what drove this man to become, The Joker.
Enemy
May 18, 2020 01:52 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBImagine watching a movie on the couch and suddenly notice someone in the film who looks EXACTLY like you. This same thing occurs as Adam, a college professor, attempts to track down an actor named Anthony, once they meet its only the beginning of their story. In a film that plays on split personality disorder in a very interesting way, it also has giant spiders that we take a crack at trying to find the metaphor in. Enemy will have you on the edge of your seat the whole time and have you won...
Character Studies-Daniel Plainview
May 15, 2020 00:59 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBIn a brand new segment for everyone, we discuss not the film itself, but a specific character from the film. The first pick for this segment also happens to be from the first podcast we ever released. From the fantastic film of There Will Be Blood, we discuss the flawed main character of Daniel Plainview, an alcoholic, money-hungry, hateful man who you just can't help but root for. Listen as we explain why we think this and answer many more questions.
Drive
May 11, 2020 02:57 - 2 minutes - 41.3 MBA nonstop thrill ride as a man who takes up getaway driving gets wrapped up in a much bigger problem than he ever wanted. What is less about driving becomes more about making things right for a mother and her small child by stopping a local mob in sunny California. A film with an excellent cast and a gorgeous color pattern going for it. When you are only given 5 minutes of his time, a lot can go wrong.
Acting Chops #1
May 08, 2020 02:37 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBIn our final installment, we discuss our top picks for our favorite actors. Starting things off we discuss an actor who melts into his roles and has become one of the most well-known actors in the last few decades, this being none other than Leonardo Dicaprio. Next up we discuss the work of one of the best actors to date living his roles every day even when the cameras turn off, of course, we are talking about Daniel Day-Lewis. Listen as we discuss these two great actors and why they made "T...
Mad Max Fury Road
May 04, 2020 02:01 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBIn a post-apocalyptic world, only the strong survive, and the rules of the road are all but lost. In the newest installment in the series, Tom Hardy takes on the role as he helps Furiosa to free slaves from a tyrannical ruler. A film with a beautiful color pallet, a great soundtrack, and non-stop adrenaline action, Mad Max will have you right in the passenger set yelling "Witness Me!" to all of the Warboys.
Acting Chops #2
May 01, 2020 01:17 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBAs we draw closer to our number one picks we first have to talk about the runner ups. First, we discuss Robert De Niro, a household name who has been one of the most recognizable and talented actors in history for his performances in Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, and The Godfather just to name a few. Following him, we discuss one of the most eccentric and recognizable faces, in Willem Dafoe. A man known to most as the Green Goblin in Spiderman but also his performances in The Boondock Saints, Pl...
The Eyes of My Mother
April 27, 2020 02:21 - 3 minutes - 42.6 MBThe horrific murder of her mother creates an unbalanced way of coping with reality for a small girl. As she begins to grow, so does her outlook on life once her father passes away and a terrifying secret left in the shed all these years is revealed. A film as gorgeous as it is suspenseful, The Eyes of My Mother will have you asking why these people do it? and the answer is "Because it feels so good"
Acting Chops #3
April 24, 2020 00:27 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBAs we count down to our top 3 picks, the choices become harder than Samuel L Jackson not cursing in a film. Speaking of which, we discuss Samuel L Jackson as one of the most critically acclaimed actors to ever set foot on a set, a man who doesn't take himself too seriously and loves films just as much as he loves playing in them. Following him, we discuss one of the best actors working today in Joaquin Phoenix who puts every bit of passion and heart into every performance. As we start to nar...
Shadow
April 20, 2020 00:58 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBTwo allied nations dueling over a city, a hidden revenge story, a forbidden romance, and a look-alike man dealing with it all. In the latest film by the great Zhang Yimou, we have breathtaking visuals and camera work, as well as incredible martial arts showcased. What the story may lack in a few performances does make up for in an interesting plot and dynamic fights. In order to take back the city he calls home, Jingzhou must become a shadow to everyone else around him.
Acting Chops #4
April 17, 2020 00:50 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBIn our second installment of Acting Chops, we discuss two actors who have become very influential over the past 2 decades. First, we discuss Christian Bale, an actor who hasn't just remained relevant for so long but someone who puts his body through insane transformations to get the most out of his roles. Following him, we discuss Brad Pitt, a man who has remained one of the most talked-about actors for the past 2 decades without skipping a beat. Check out why we think they have "The Chops"
Portrait of a Lady on Fire
April 13, 2020 00:36 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBBrought to an island under false pretenses, leads to secrecy as Marianne is brought to paint a portrait of a Heloise before her wedding day arrives. As the two become more involved in each other's lives, a relationship blossoms that is not only forbidden but also on a time restraint. A film with a beautiful story, great use of foreshadowing and a fantastic message as Celine Sciamma has created a story that will have you asking when are you finished? and the answer is "at some point you just ...
Acting Chops #5
April 10, 2020 01:18 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBIn our brand new countdown, we discuss our favorite actors from the past two decades. A much harder list to narrow down we start off with Jake Gyllenhaal, a method actor to some degree who is often overlooked. Despite this, he is still one of the most underrated actors today who deserves more credit. Following him, we discuss the work of Shia LaBeouf who has gone through a lot over the years. Although he has still been able in recent years to make very powerful films and perhaps turn his car...
Bronson
April 06, 2020 00:58 - 4 minutes - 44.2 MBWelcome to his "hotel" as we discuss Britains most dangerous prisoner. Bronson follows the true story of Charlie Bronson played by Tom Hardy as we follow his journey in isolation of 34 years in prison. A film with great camera work and one of Tom Hardy's best performances. It does, however, lack a true resolution at the end. Nevertheless, still manages to captivate an audience as this film is absolute madness at its very best.
Directors Cut, Take 1
April 03, 2020 01:02 - 4 minutes - 53.1 MBIn our final installment of Directors Cut, we agree there is only one person in our opinions to hold the title and that would be none other than Quentin Tarantino. A man who has such a love for film and storytelling, piecing together some of our favorite stories to ever make it to the big screen. Whether it be his set designs, camera work, incredible dialogue, or characters themselves there is no one else like him. As Brad Pitt once said in an interview, "Tarintino's script is the bible, and...
HeadHunters
March 30, 2020 01:03 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBA Headhunter for a large corporation just so happens to fuel his wealth by stealing and replacing priceless art, meets his match. In an incredible game of cat and mouse, Roger runs for his life as a special operations veteran named Clas tracks him down all while still trying to keep his life from falling apart. An adrenaline-filled film that will keep you on the edge of your seat of what happens next. The key to everything starts with the letter "R"...Reputation.
Directors Cut, Take 2
March 27, 2020 02:28 - 6 minutes - 49.6 MBAs we continue on our journey to our top Director, we take a pit stop at our second favorites and discuss what we love about them. Guillermo Del Toro is up first as we talk about his gothic style, masterful practical effects, and war based fairy tales. Following this, we discuss the work of the great Paul Thomas Anderson. A master of pacing as well as being able to bring out great performances from some of the best in Hollywood. Listen as we talk about what these men do best by rolling back ...
Children Of Men
March 23, 2020 02:35 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBA dystopian world is displayed in the most unique way as people have become infertile, from this there appears to grow war and conflict in its place. A former activist looks to escort a woman who is actually pregnant across England to a boat known as "The Tomorrow". Beautiful long shots and impressive camera work take this film to a whole other level as the background and environment truly become a character themselves. We dissect this film piece by piece as we ask, what can we do to survive...
Directors cut, Take 3
March 20, 2020 03:39 - 4 minutes - 54.3 MBOnce again we take the time to discuss our top 5 favorite Directors. For this, we are discussing Martin Scorsese, the master of some of the best Gangster movies ever made with some of his work being Goodfellas, Wolf of Wallstreet, and Taxi Driver. Many would say that this man shaped their childhood. Following him, we discuss Sam Raimi, the first man to create a Comic Book trilogy in the Tobey Maguire Spiderman trilogy. Furthermore, the man who created the Evil Dead franchise holding a specia...
Logan
March 16, 2020 02:05 - 10 minutes - 55.4 MBAn unstoppable weapon cut down by the inevitable fate of time itself. Logan is an R rated comic book film done correctly. Following Logan, otherwise known as Wolverine, in the future when the fight for mutant rights is as extinct as they themselves and a diminishing healing factor. What is essentially an escort mission to save a young girl with very similar abilities, Logan journies across the country to deliver his final stand in a brutal way and reclaim what it means to be an X-Men.
Directors Cut, Take 4
March 13, 2020 04:18 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBContinuing our lists of our top 5 directors, we begin today with John Carpenter. A true master of horror and the creator of some of the best films of the 80's including Zach's top favorite movie in The Thing and other classics as the infamous Halloween which sparked a genre of slasher films. Followed by Yorgos Lanthimos, the creator of some of the most unique and thought-provoking films. To name a few, one of Frank's favorite movies of 2017 in The Killing of a Sacred Deer and The lobster. Fi...
Fight Club
March 09, 2020 02:27 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBFor the first time in our podcast, we are unable to talk about this film. The first rule of Fight Club is, YOU DO NOT TALK ABOUT FIGHT CLUB. A very iconic line to an even more iconic film as a man who has lost everything finds himself living with a man who needs nothing. A Film with a fantastic twist even to today's standards that focuses more on a deeper meaning of commercialism and society's structure itself, rather than fighting. An amazing story that not even "Jack's unbridled rage" coul...
Directors Cut, Take 5
March 06, 2020 02:31 - 6 minutes - 53.6 MBThe movies that we love and cherish would be nothing without the men and women behind the camera itself. In a new mini-series, every Friday for the next month we will be counting down our top 5 favorite directors and why. An insightful new series that will give way for laughter, debating and possible fistfights if unable to agree. Quiet on the set, que the lights and....action!
Almost Famous
March 02, 2020 03:56 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MB"Music is the purest and most genuine form of expression". A phrase that is very true to this film as we follow a young journalist for the Rolling Stones magazine on a journey with the band Still Water to write a story while on tour. A film with a sincere message for Rock and Roll fans does stray at times from its ultimate goal. Nevertheless, leaves a lasting impression with a famous music scene and always stays "honest and merciless".
The Master
February 28, 2020 02:11 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBA man with a troubled past and a horrible addiction stumbles upon a man who is almost revered as a God to some and a Cult leader to others. Paul Thomas Anderson once again showcases what a masterful(no pun intended) storyteller he is as Lancaster Dodd, a Philosopher, takes in Freddie Quill, a war veteran with PTSD, attempting to teach him about his religion which ultimately leads to more of an obsession rather than anything else. An intriguing film that will have you wondering, "are they mak...
The Man Who Fell to Earth
February 24, 2020 02:35 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBWhen a far off planet loses its water supply a traveler from another world comes to visit in plain sight. In the 1976 film, David Bowie stars as an alien coming to earth in hopes of transferring water back to his dying planet and family. While here, he starts a successful business and also finds love in an unconventional way. An odd, art-house style film that at times is hard to digest, although, finds its way as a cult classic. Once again though, it seems like Zach is 0/3 with picks that F...
Inside Man
February 21, 2020 04:34 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBIn the inaugural 50th episode, Zach and Frank decide to take part in a bank heist as we discuss Spike Lee's Inside Man. A clever take on a bank heist film filled with twists and turns, Denzel Washington plays a detective tasked with trying to negotiate with the robbers and rescue the hostages. Attempting to do so, we learn a much darker meaning behind the bank itself and its owner, a tense realization, and a bank robber who may just be smarter then he leads on.
Never Let Me Go
February 17, 2020 02:23 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBWhat if all of your life you were brought up to believe that you were a normal human, only to then realize that you are actually a clone. On top of this, designed only to donate vital organs to people who need them. In this sci-fi style romance film, we follow three clones merely trying to live their lives while still bound to their destiny. A heartfelt film that still has quite a few plot holes, Never let me go shows you that they were not shown to see inside of their souls, but rather to s...
John Q
February 14, 2020 04:57 - 8 minutes - 46.7 MBHow far would you be willing to save your child? Would you be willing to do whatever it takes? Denzel Washington plays John Quincy Archibald, a man struggling to raise the money to save his son after finding out he has weeks to live if unable to receive a heart transplant. A film that focuses on health care in America, and how people struggle with covering basic health costs, John Q gives a heartfelt story that proves if you fight for what you believe in, you can make anything possible.
Melancholia
February 10, 2020 01:15 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBOn the happiest day of her night, Justine struggles to keep everything together as her severe depression quickly takes control of her wedding. At the same time the planet known as "melancholia" appears to be on a collision course to earth. In a film that discusses more so the terrifying aspect of how crippling depression can be, the planet on its way seems like an afterthought. Nevertheless, this is the first film we didn't enjoy collectively, but we still have a damn good conversation about...
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
February 07, 2020 03:00 - 38 minutes - 53 MBIn a groundbreaking film for its time, Jack Nicholson stars as Randle McMurphy, a man brought to a mental institute for evaluation on whether or not he will be sent to prison or remain there. A film with heartwarming comedy still somehow manages to pull on your heartstrings with gut-wrenching drama and real-life struggles. A loveable cast banding together at the end, living up to the line in the film "at least I tried, didn't I?
Princess Mononoke
February 03, 2020 02:59 - 30 minutes - 42 MBIn the world of Gods and Demons, Industrialization and the wilderness, Myths and reality, A prince looks to rid himself of an evil curse. While doing so he comes across a princess of Wolves and the Forest, who looks to help him save the gods and stop the destruction of the wilderness around them, ultimately attempting to save him as well. Needless to say, Frank is still learning to love anime while Zach continues to push for more.
La La Land
January 31, 2020 02:17 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MBOne is a struggling musician, the other is a struggling actress, together they fall in love over the common drive and determination of one another. In the 2016 oscar-winning film Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone lead in a new age spin on a classic romance film. A musical performance with a 50's vibe to it, listen as we discuss the film and also differ on what a musical really is...which Zach argues it is not.
Wild 2014
January 27, 2020 02:30 - 23 minutes - 31.6 MBIn today's episode, we discuss a powerful film in Wild. A young woman who is beaten down by life struggling to cope with her mother's death turns to a life of sex and drug abuse leading to her divorce. In doing so she decides to walk the trail known as the PCT. A trail starting in Mexico, going up California, and ending in Canada. A film that takes you with her on this journey, helping to really appreciate what you have in life, and who you share it with.
Yesterday
January 24, 2020 04:17 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB"Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away" a line from The Beatles song that works well with this film. A struggling musician, Jack Malik appears to be the only person in the world who remembers The Beatles music then using their songs as a way to become a rockstar. A film that more so focuses on the love aspect of his manager/friend Ellie, which at times comes off as a romance film cliche. However, at its core this is a love letter to The Beatles themselves and all fans of their music,...
No Country for Old Men
January 20, 2020 03:29 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBA film that takes you on a journey as a man finds a large amount of money after a drug bust gone wrong, now on the run as a bounty hunter chases him down all across Texas and Mexico. A perfect example of tension building at its finest as every corner is met with someone after the money. No Country for Old Men will leave you on the edge of your seat the whole time, and listen to us as we discuss what's the most we have ever lost in a coin toss.
Nocturnal Animals
January 17, 2020 05:19 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBA woman receives a manuscript from her first husband and while reading, brings back memories of how their marriage fell apart. Simultaneously, the film also tells the manuscript, a man out for revenge against the people who captured and killed his family. A deep psychological film that ties together infidelity, weakness, fear and, the realization of who you are meant to be. Nocturnal Animals reveals just how much someone is willing to do, to get justice.
Pacific Rim
January 13, 2020 02:37 - 31 minutes - 43 MBIn the year 2020, we thought monsters would eventually come from the sky, we were wrong, unaware that they would come from the water below. Creatures known as Kaiju came to destroy the world, the only answer? The Jaeger program, giant robots built to save the earth. In an action-packed film filled with beautiful colors and dynamic fight scenes we discuss just how to CANCEL THE APOCALYPSE,...and it's still not even Franks's favorite Guillermo Del Toro film.
Wakefield
January 10, 2020 04:33 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBHave you ever had the feeling that you can't deal with your life anymore? Wanting to be completely free with no strings attached? What some would say a mid-life crisis, others would say borders on insanity as a man decides to watch his family from up in their garage instead of coming home one night. However, the story really gets you when this turns into almost a year staying up there becoming completely self-dependent. Listen as we discuss a unique story and talk about what it truly means t...
American Psycho
January 06, 2020 03:43 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MBImagine knowing someone for years, spending almost every day with them, thinking you know exactly who they are, but do you? Based on the book from the same name Patrick Bateman is a New York yuppie who just so happens to also kill people. A deep psychological thriller that leaves more questions then answers, we watch as a man's grip on reality slowly slips away. Showing just how much a man is willing to do to fit in.
Her 2013
January 03, 2020 02:23 - 48 minutes - 67 MBImagine truly being in love, having a connection with someone that your souls almost feel like one, living a life together that completes you. Now imagine having that connection with someone who isn't even really alive. Spike Jonze creates such a film as Theodore falls in love with Samantha, an OS1 computer made for companionship which explores a love story with a very unique twist to it. Her brings to life a beautiful love story with characters you truly become invested in, blurring the lin...
Ex Machina
December 30, 2019 02:38 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBTuring Test-the testing of a machine's ability to exhibit intelligence equivalent to, or indistinguishable from that of a human being. A test that is the basis and a very real possibility in Alex Garland's feature film. A story that takes a young man spending a week in a remote home in the middle of nowhere to truly see if he can tell the difference. An unpredictable film with beautiful effects and horror-like plot, you yourself will wonder who is the real human, and who is just a machine.
American Beauty
December 27, 2019 04:26 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MBWhat happens when a man who works at a job he doesn't care about, has a wife who doesn't love him and has a daughter that hates him? He goes through a mid-life crisis and starts working out, smoking weed and fantasizing about his daughter's friend. This is the plot to Sam Mendes, America Beauty, an incredible story with so many real-life problems that shows the bare all feelings we all might feel deep down inside. A Film that we would say is probably a perfect film, listen as we see what hap...
Dredd
December 23, 2019 03:33 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBIn the future, Mega City 1 is inhabited by over 8 million people, a city forged by crime and drugs. In this world, the police must be judge, jury, and executioner and the best they have is Judge Dredd. Followed by his psychic mutant partner, Judge Anderson, they embark on a journey to bring to justice a drug kingpin known as Ma-Ma in the apartment area known as Peach Tree. An adrenaline-pumping action film with some great visuals we take the time to hop on the Lawmaker motorcycle, reload the...